Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of the Ina Garten Cape Cod Salad Recipe, a perfect fusion of crisp greens, tart apples, and sweet cranberries, all drizzled with a zesty citrus dressing. This vibrant salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly versatile, making it an ideal dish for everything from summer barbecues to cozy family dinners. With its delightful combination of textures and flavors, this salad is sure to impress your guests and brighten up your table. In just 15 minutes, you can create a healthy and satisfying meal that’s packed with nutritious ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 large Granny Smith apple, diced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese or Gorgonzola
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together orange juice, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, pepper, and olive oil until emulsified.
- Toast the walnuts or pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant; let them cool before chopping.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the salad greens, diced apple, cranberries, chopped nuts, and cheese.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Not applicable
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg